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South Korea to drop cosmetic surgery tax incentives that have fuelled wave of medical tourism

Lobby group warns price-conscious foreign patients could start looking to other countries

The Independent UK

Successful defence giant's bid won't hurt Japan ties

Australia's relationship with Japan won't be hurt by a decision to allow a South Korean defence giant to double its share in the nation's sovereign shipbuilder.

AAP

I’m a travel expert. These will be the seven hottest destinations to visit in 2026

From South Korea to Kyrgyzstan, these are the countries tipped to be trendy next year

The Independent UK

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Forget 12 steps: This Korean skincare routine takes just two steps for instantly clear skin

Thanks to haruharu wonder, achieving a glass-like glow doesn’t get easier

Evening Standard

South Korea's ex-acting leader indicted over former president's martial law imposition

South Korea's former acting leader Choi Sang-mok has been indicted on charges related to the brief imposition of martial law in December 2024

The Independent UK

Library under construction in South Korea collapses, killing 1 and trapping 3 under rubble

South Korean officials say a library under construction in the southern city of Gwanju has collapsed, leaving one worker dead and three others trapped under the rubble

The Independent UK

South Korea says advertisers must label AI-generated ads

South Korean officials said they will ramp up screening and removal of problematic AI-generated ads and impose punitive fines.

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Jay‑Z Bets Big On K‑Pop: Inside $500M Hanwha Partnership

Jay-Z's investment firm joins Korea's Hanwha in a $500 million venture aimed at expanding Korean culture and lifestyle brands worldwide.

International Business Times UK

Another country launches an AI crackdown as it fuels a surge in fake ads

Officials say it’s becoming increasingly difficult to monitor and detect the growing number of false ads fueled by AI

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un gathers North Korea’s ruling elite for key party meeting

The Workers’ Party gathers once every five years

The Independent UK

Japan and South Korea scramble fighter jets in response to China and Russia’s joint patrols

Japan says China and Russia’s show of force raises ‘serious concern for our national security’

The Independent UK

Samsung Galaxy S26 Exynos 2600 chip could be limited to just one country

Samsung’s Exynos 2600 is now rumored to launch only in Korea, making the Galaxy S26 a Snapdragon phone for the rest of the world.

Android Central

Foreigners linked to scams arrested

Fourteen South Korean and three Chinese suspects linked to a major transnational call centre syndicate operated by South Koreans have been arrested.

Bangkok Post

One UI 8.5 beta is here: Major updates for Samsung Galaxy S25 series users

Samsung has launched the One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S25 series in select regions, including South Korea, India, the US, and the UK.

Android Central

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Euronews

Japan dominate Day 2 with spectacular performances in Tokyo

Day 2 in Tokyo showcased Japan’s strength as Kondo, Tanaka, Abe, Ikeda, Tanaka Ryuga and Oino all claimed gold, with Korea securing a strong +78kg result through Hyeonji Lee. An intense final day delivered a fitting conclusion to the 2025 Tokyo Grand Slam.

Sports Illustrated

El Tri Secures First Major Victory: Takeaways From Mexico’s World Cup Group Draw

Mexico will face South Africa, South Korea and a currently undetermined European opponent in the 2026 World Cup group stage.

The Independent UK

Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson reacts to ‘strange’ World Cup draw: ‘Football was second’

Ireland would face a group comprising hosts Mexico, South Africa and South Korea if they progress to the World Cup

Benzinga

Arm Holdings To Open Chip School In South Korea To Train 1,400 Experts For AI

South Korea's industry ministry and SoftBank Group Corp.’s (OTC:SFTBY) (OTC:SFTBF) chip unit, Arm Holdings Plc (NASDAQ:ARM), signed an agreement to boost the country's semiconductor and artificial intelligence sectors, a presidential policy adviser announced Friday.

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Dot Esports

LoL KeSPA Cup 2025: Schedule, teams, stream, results

Cloud9 and Team Liquid face Korea's best in historic KeSPA Cup debut.

International Business Times UK

'Christmas Came Early' Netflix Confirms Physical: Asia Spinoff 'Welcome to Mongolia'

Netflix's Physical: Asia spin-off, Welcome to Mongolia, is the 'answered prayer' for fans who fell in love with Team Mongolia's strength and spirit, confirming its imminent release and overwhelming fan support.

The Independent UK

Row erupts as South Korea’s president says he wants to say sorry to North Korea

There are claims that South Korea flew drones and propaganda balloons over the border

The Conversation

Kimchi may boost immune function, recent study shows

Kimchi has been enjoyed for centuries in Korea. But the spicy fermented cabbage dish has recently gained popularity in other parts of the world not only because of its delicious taste, but because of its potential to positively influence the many thousands of important microbes living in our gut as…

International Business Times UK

Hackers Breached 120K Home Cameras and Sold 'Manipulated' Sexually Explicit Videos

Hackers breached over 120,000 home security cameras in South Korea, manipulating and selling videos online, with three suspects facing charges for sexually exploitative content.

InsideEVs

The White House Has A New Enemy: Fuel Economy

Plus, we discuss electric vehicle sales in November and why South Korea is stressed about Tesla's Full-Self Driving software.

Sports Illustrated

Son Heung-min Confirms Date of Imminent Tottenham Return

The South Korean’s summer departure from north London was sudden.

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